3 DIY Under Bed Blockers for Cats Plans You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

Cats wind up under the bed for a variety of reasons and sometimes it can pose quite a challenge to get them back out. Preventing your cat from going under the bed is an easy issue to solve, you simply block their access.

If you don’t have a bed that is already designed to keep things out from underneath it, you have come to the right place. Below we go over some DIY under-bed blockers to keep your kitty from hiding under the bed once and for all.

The Top 3 DIY Under Bed Blockers for Cats Plans

1. DIY Dresser Drawer Under Bed Storage

You can personalize this DIY project by decorating to your own heart’s desire. This project gives you all the information you need to create your under-bed storage by using upcycled dresser drawers. The perk? This under-bed storage not only gives you more space to store your items but doubles as the perfect under-bed blocker to keep your kitty from using it as a hiding spot.

Once you find an old dresser, make sure the drawers are an appropriate size for your under-bed measurements. Depending on how old and worn the drawers are, you can sand them, prime, paint, and completely refinish them.

The options for decorating these drawers are endless and can be crafted to fit your style and bedroom décor. In this how-to, they go over how to attach new knobs, insert liners, and even wheels to make it easy to roll back and forth for easy access to the items inside.

2. DIY Under Bed Shelf

Whether you want to display décor or store clothes, shoes, or anything else you can think of, placing a DIY shelf underneath the bed will be the perfect option to keep your cat from getting stuck there. For this option, you will need to cover all exposed areas of the bed.

For this project, you will need to take proper measurements and do your construction, since this shelf will need to be custom to the measurements underneath your bed. You will purchase the appropriate lumber, cut it according to your measurements, and customize it as desired.

This particular project may take a little more hands-on work, but it’s well worth it. The possibilities are endless with this project and it extenuates your bedroom décor in a way you do not see very often!

3. DIY Cardboard Under-Bed Blocker

If you need to put some cardboard amazon boxes to use rather than just shoving them in the recycling bin, and also need to keep your cat from hiding under your bed, we have the perfect solution for you.

This easy DIY project also doubles as additional storage. You can choose to get creative or just leave the cardboard as is. The DIYer that gave us this genius idea got very creative and even gives you the perfect instructions on how to use fabric, (in this case, a tablecloth) scissors, and glue to make your personalized cardboard storage box that slides easily under the bed.

In these instructions, you will go over how to use glider feet that are meant to be pushed into the bottom of the cardboard storage box so that it can glide smoothly. You can even attach handles that make things that much easier.

Why Do Cats Hide Under Beds?

Cats may prefer hiding under the bed for a variety of reasons, most of which are no cause for concern. Dark, quiet, places away from all the foot traffic can provide them with a secure, safe place to enjoy. On the other hand, sometimes cats will hide under the bed if they are distressed in some way. Here is a list of reasons why your cat may be choosing under your bed as the preferred hideout:

• Anxiety or Stress

If something in the home is causing your cat to feel uneasy, they make take comfort in the dark, lonely area under your bed that is inaccessible to most in the household. Cats do not respond well to stress and anxiety and a lot of cats will run to an area that makes them feel more safe and secure.

• Sleep

It’s not a secret that cats sleep for most of the day, they may have simply chosen the underneath of your bed as their prime sleeping spot. After all, it’s yours too, you just choose to sleep on top of the bed.

• Safety

Safety and security are important aspects of life. Your cat’s tendency for hiding out under your bed can simply be due to the safety and comfort it provides. This is likely to happen with cats that are a little more shy and unsure of their environment or new kitties that have just been brought into the house. If a cat that does not normally hide under the bed starts the behavior, that is an indication that something may be off.

• Health issues

It is natural for cats to hide away when they are ill or injured, a quiet place away from commotion will provide them comfort and a sense of security. Keep an eye out for any concerning symptoms and make sure to contact your veterinarian if you can rule out all the other reasons for under-bed hiding. They can evaluate and help you determine the cause.

Conclusion

As you can see, there are many different ways you can put together a DIY under-bed blocker to keep your kitty from hiding out under there. These DIY projects range from simple and easy, to a bit more creative and time-consuming.

The good news is that you can use one of the simple DIY projects to put in place if you choose one of the more advanced DIYs that require a bit more work. Regardless, there is a cure to keeping your cat out from under the bed and it can even compliment the room!

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